As part of our Saturday morning BiG Breakfast, take time to reconnect or meet your college’s dean. This event is a chance to build connections, ask questions, learn about the college’s current programs and initiatives, and enjoy complimentary coffee and donuts as you fuel up for a day of Homecoming fun.

Welcome home, Falcons! Stroll through our All-Alumni Celebration – a charming “neighborhood” in the heart of campus, where each tent along Decades Drive represents a different era of BGSU pride. Reconnect with classmates, flip through vintage yearbooks and relive the memories that made your Falcon days unforgettable.Whether you graduated in the 1970s, ‘80s, ‘90s, ‘00s or ‘10s, you can expect fun, friendly faces and a whole lot of orange and brown spirit. Also, be sure to visit the Golden Falcons tent, a cozy spot for our alumni celebrating 50+ years. This is your chance to celebrate your place in the BGSU family!We especially want to welcome our graduates celebrating milestone anniversaries. If you graduated 5, 10, 15, 20 or more years ago, make this the year you come back to commemorate your BGSU experience.

A Homecoming favorite, Falconland brings families, alumni, and the community together for a day of hands-on activities, campus exploration and family-friendly fun.What to ExpectKid Zone – Inflatables, face painting, caricatures, and more.Live Falcon Experience – See this incredible bird up close.Science & Exploration – Visit the herpetology and marine biology labs for interactive experiences.Teaching Kitchen – Learn from BGSU Dining with short cooking demos.Tours – Stroll through campus, hop on a pedal bike tour or connect with deans for a closer look at today’s academic programs through a program specific tour. From family activities to campus traditions, Falconland brings the BGSU experience to life in a day full of discovery and fun.⛈️ Please note that activities, dates and times are subject to change. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to this page.

The Kid Zone at Falconland is packed with high-energy, family-friendly fun. Whether you're bringing little Falcons or just feeling like one yourself, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!What’s in store: 🎈 Inflatables for all-day bouncing fun 🎪 Bubble Circus that will wow and amaze 📸 Spin Cam to capture the fun in motion 🧑‍🎨 Face Painting & Caricatures for playful keepsakes 🦅 Live Falcon Experience – up close with our feathered friends 🏈 BGSU Athletics Activities for young sports fansBring the kiddos, bring the energy—and prepare for smiles all around!⛈️ Please note that activities, dates and times are subject to change. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to this page.

Lace-up your shoes and fly like a Falcon around this year's Kids Dash course.Be sure to stick around after the Dave Wottle Homecoming 5k for a 100-meter Kids Dash! Participants in the Kids Dash will receive special stickers while supplies last. This is a free fun race for children!⛈️ Please note that activities, dates and times are subject to change. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to this page.

Hockey fans are invited to the Slater Family Ice Arena to watch the Falcons during an open practice. This is a great opportunity for all the alumni who used to spend their time at BGSU hockey games. Come see the team in action now as they prepare for the season! The current BGSU Hockey coaches afterwards will come into the stands to say hello once the ice session is complete!

All alumni band members and auxiliary are invited to join us for a great day of fellowship, marching, playing and more! Even if you aren’t marching, we would love to have you in attendance. Join one of the largest marching bands in the nation for a spectacular Homecoming 2025 weekend!Alumni FMB Homecoming Schedule - Saturday, Sept. 13, 20259:30 a.m. Registration / Check-in Opens East Side of Stadium10:30 a.m. Alumni FMB Rehearsal Doyt Perry Stadium11:30 a.m. FMB / Alumni FMB Combined Rehearsal Doyt Perry Stadium12:30 p.m. LUNCH on your own3:00 p.m. Alumni FMB Call Time East Side of Stadium3:30 p.m. March to PreFlight3:45 p.m. FMB PreFlight Concert West Side of Stadium4:15 p.m. Enter Stadium with FMB – DO NOT BE LATE! Doyt Perry StadiumAll Registered participants must enter at this time.4:40 p.m. PreGame Performance with FMB Doyt Perry Stadium5:00 p.m. KICK OFF – Beat the Flames! Doyt Perry Stadium6:30 p.m. Halftime Performance with FMB Doyt Perry Stadium8:00 p.m. Game Ends / 5th Quarter Concert Doyt Perry StadiumGame tickets for Alumni FMB guestsPurchase football game tickets for guests in the BGSU Band Alumni and Friends Sections. These tickets are intended for guests of registered alumni and seats will be next to the Falcon Marching Band. For seat upgrades, questions, comments or concerns please contact the ticket office at tickets@bgu.edu OR 419-372-0000.

Celebrate your BGSU love story where it all began! Join fellow Falcon Flames in a heartfelt vow renewal ceremony led by President Rogers in front of historic Prout Chapel.Couples will receive a commemorative certificate, special giveaways and the chance to capture the moment with a photo to cherish.

Come explore the Universe at the BGSU Planetarium with the show EXPLODING UNIVERSE. Explosions fill the Universe, from the Big Bang, to exploding stars, black holes, colliding galaxies, the great collision that created the Moon, and even super volcanoes here on Earth. Witness them all shaping and re-shaping the Universe during this show.$2 donation suggested for all planetarium shows.

BGSU is throwing the ultimate celebration for Freddie Falcon’s 75th birthday — and you’re invited to make it unforgettable!As part of our Homecoming festivities, we’re hosting a special Mascot Alumni Reunion to honor the legacy you helped create. You brought Freddie and Frieda to life and now it’s time to return to campus, reconnect with fellow alumni and kick off what we hope becomes a cherished annual tradition.JOIN US TO CELEBRATE AND BE CELEBRATED! REGISTER TODAY11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Mascot Alumni Lunch Reconnect with fellow Freddie and Frieda alumni over lunch in Room 201 at the Bowen-Thompson Student Union.1:00 – 3:00 p.m. | Alumni Tailgate Tent Enjoy music, giveaways and Falcon spirit alongside fellow mascots and friends.5:00 p.m. | Game TimeTwo complimentary game tickets are reserved in a dedicated section for our Mascot Alumni. Don’t miss halftime – because we’re celebrating YOU with special on-field recognition.For questions, contact us at alumni@bgsu.edu or 419-372-8322.

Come explore the Universe at the BGSU Planetarium with the show EXPLODING UNIVERSE. Explosions fill the Universe, from the Big Bang, to exploding stars, black holes, colliding galaxies, the great collision that created the Moon, and even super volcanoes here on Earth. Witness them all shaping and re-shaping the Universe during this show.$2 donation suggested for all planetarium shows.

Kick off game day at the BGSU Homecoming Tailgate, the ultimate pregame celebration filled with music, camaraderie and Falcon pride. Alumni, friends and families can gather at Tailgate Park to reconnect, relax and get ready for an exciting afternoon of football and Homecoming festivities.Event HighlightsAlumni Tents – Enjoy a welcoming space designed for connection and conversation with fellow Falcons while taking in a prime view of the concert.College Tents – Revisit your academic home, reconnect with faculty and network with fellow graduates. Many tents offer exclusive giveaways and incentives.Live Concert – BGSU Athletics and the Homecoming Committee will present an exciting concert featuring an artist chosen to engage multiple generations of Falcons.Family-Friendly Fun – Enjoy activities designed for all ages, making this a tailgate everyone can enjoy.Participating BGSU groups include:Alumni Office Falcon Fan Fest, sponsored by The Union Bank Co.BGSU FirelandsBGSU Online College of Arts and Sciences College of Education and Human DevelopmentCollege of Engineering and InnovationCollege of Health and Human ServicesCollege of Musical ArtsCross CountryFalcon MediaGraduate CollegeHonors CollegeInternational Programs and PartnershipsMen’s BasketballSchmidthorst College of BusinessSchool of Media and CommunicationSoftballSwimming and DivingThompson Scholarship Programs Track and FieldUniversity LibrariesWomen’s BasketballWomen’s GolfSpecial thanks to our Falcon Fan Fest tent sponsor!

Celebrate your return to Bowling Green State University with an unforgettable Homecoming celebration with the Sidney A. Ribeau President’s Leadership Academy! This will be a special opportunity to reconnect with fellow Falcons, reflect on cherished memories and celebrate the enduring spirit and legacy of our beloved program!This Homecoming promises to be the best yet – as the 20th anniversary of the 2005 Cohort will be taking place, marked by a variety of exciting events and activities designed to engage all PLA alumni in meaningful ways. Whether you are revisiting campus for the first time in years or returning to your favorite spots, we want to ensure your experience is filled with joy, nostalgia and camaraderie.Weekend SchedulePLA Leadership Forum & Thompson Meeting Friday, Sept. 12, 2025 | 5-6:30 p.m. All PLA alumni invited; no cost to attend.2005 Cohort Brunch Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025 | 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 2005 Cohort and guests only Cost to attend (adults: $25; children 12-4: $12.50; children under 3: free).PLA Tailgate Celebration Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025 | 1-4 p.m. All PLA aumni invited Cost to attend: $35 – includes admission, food, entertainment and reunion shirtTravel InformationA room block has been reserved for attendees at:Hilton Garden Inn Perrysburg 6165 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg, OH 43551 419-873-0700Room Block Name: BGSU PLA 2005 Reunion Note: Room block is available for all alumni of the PLA, not just the 2005 cohort!Availability: Sept. 12-14, 2025 Rate: $134 per night (plus tax) Booking Deadline: Aug. 11, 2025 How to Reserve: Call the hotel directly or use this reservation link and mention the "BGSU PLA 2005 Reunion" block to receive the group rate.Please book early—rooms are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.We look forward to welcoming you back to campus this year and celebrating what makes BGSU such a special place for all of us. Together, let’s create an experience to remember – one that reflects the pride, passion and promise of our PLA alumni network.

President Rodney K. Rogers invites you to the dedication and ribbon cutting for The Student Green. The newly constructed multipurpose turf field will be used for Falcon Marching Band practices, as well as club sports and other student organization events.The dedication will feature a performance by the Falcon Marching Band. BGSU attire is encouraged.

Your New Game Day Tradition Starts HereStudents, get ready to level up your game day at the Ziggy Zone Student Tailgate—an exclusive, student-only space filled with high-energy pregame fun!Enjoy a live DJ, inflatables, tailgate games, and more. It's the perfect way to get hyped before cheering on the Falcons from the stands!Come early, bring your friends and make Ziggy Zone the perfect way to spend your homecoming weekend! 🧡🦅⛈️ Please note that activities, dates and times are subject to change. For the most up-to-date details, please refer back to this page.

BGSU Social Work faculty invite our alumni, family and friends to a Homecoming reunion event – Mingle with a Mission. Join us in building community, celebrating our profession and raising funds for our Student Organization of Social Workers.For more information or to get involved, contact Jeanelle Sears, jssear@bgsu.edu.Learn about the Student Organization of Social Workers.

Following our tailgating fun, get ready for an action-packed evening at The Doyt as the Falcons take on the Liberty Flames. From a high-energy halftime show to a fireworks finale, this game is more than just football – it’s a Homecoming tradition!Event HighlightsHalftime show – Enjoy a special performance of the Falcon Marching Band curated by Jon Waters to celebrate Freddie Falcon’s birthday.Homecoming court presentation – Meet this year’s Homecoming Court during the break between the third and fourth quarters.Fireworks show – Cap off the night with a spectacular 10-minute fireworks display after the game.Pack the stands, wear your orange and brown and get ready to celebrate Homecoming with Falcon football!⛈️ Please note that activities, dates and times are subject to change. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to this page.

Cap off an unforgettable Homecoming Saturday with a spectacular post-game fireworks show lighting up the sky above Doyt Perry Stadium.This dazzling display is the perfect finale to a day full of Falcon spirit.Game attendees can watch from the comfort of their seats, but we invite anyone else to enjoy the show from the perch of their choice outside the stadium⛈️ Please note that activities, dates and times are subject to change. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to this page.

Enjoy a relaxing morning with local coffee favorites, coffee trucks and a sweet selection of fresh donuts as we say “see you later” to our Falcon family. It’s the perfect way to wrap up your Homecoming weekend – until we see you back at BGSU again! Swing by to share memories, fuel up for the road and toast to a weekend well spent. All alumni and guests are welcome! Free while supplies lasts.

Begin your final day of BGSU Homecoming the right way with a delicious, buffet-style brunch while hanging out with BGSU’s favorite mascots, Freddie and Frieda Falcon. Bring your friends and family for a fun, relaxed dining experience filled with photo ops, high fives and maybe even an autograph.Cost to participate: No pre-sale tickets are needed! Just head to The Oaks, where you can enjoy an all-you-care-to-eat meal. There will be an entry cost at the door, and only credit/debit is accepted (we are cashless): ​​​Ages 13 and up: $15 Ages 8-12: $9Ages 4-7: $7.75 ​​​​​​​Children under 4: Free